Seasons

Weather, holidays and when to go.

• Best Time to Visit Korea: Month by Month WeatherFor mild, dry weather, visit Korea in spring (April and May) or autumn (September to November). As of October 2026, KMA normals show Seoul is wettest in July (414.4 mm) and hottest in August (26.1°C), while January is the coldest month at -1.9°C on average.Checked October 6, 2026
• Korea Public Holidays 2026 and 2027: Seollal, Chuseok DatesAs of October 2026, Seollal 2027 runs from Saturday 6 to Tuesday 9 February (9 February is a substitute day) and Chuseok 2027 from Tuesday 14 to Thursday 16 September, per KASI. Banks and offices close on public holidays, while palaces and most museums stay open, per KTO.Checked October 13, 2026